England Footballer Ivan Toney Charged with Assault at Soho Nightclub

England footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault after an incident at a nightclub in central London. The 30-year-old striker, who plays for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, was charged on 31 July following an incident on Wardour Street in Soho on 6 December last year.

The Charge

Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 24 September. A spokesperson for the player said: Ivan acknowledges the charge and although he is naturally shocked, he looks forward to being given the opportunity to clear his name in court.

Toney's Career

Toney began his senior career at Northampton Town and later had permanent spells at Newcastle United, Peterborough United and Brentford before moving to Saudi Arabia in 2024. He was a surprise selection for England's 2026 World Cup squad. He started the 6-4 win over France in the bronze final last month and made one other appearance as a substitute in the 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina.